This Is How Seoul Will Defend Itself Against A North Korean Attack

Wall Street Journal: How Seoul Would Defend Itself Against a North Korean Attack

South Korea and the U.S. likely would overwhelm Pyongyang’s army, but at a devastating cost

SEOUL—South Korea’s capital sits so close to North Korea—35 miles away—that Kim Jong Un wouldn’t need ballistic or cruise missiles to damage the city: Shelling it with the artillery that Pyongyang has amassed near the border would suffice.

If North Korea were to attack Seoul, either in a pre-emptive strike or in response to a U.S. assault on its soil, the 25 million citizens in the metropolitan area would be urged to seek shelter, primarily deep underground in the city’s subway network.

Meanwhile, the South Korean military would attempt to counter artillery fire with attacks on North Korean positions—the North has 8,600 cannons and 5,500 multiple rocket launchers, according to South Korea’s Ministry of National Defense.

The above scenario, described by military and security experts who have worked with the U.S. and South Korean forces, would entail fierce fighting and large numbers of casualties.

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WNU Editor: Seoul has a huge subway system .... in the event of war that is where most people will hide-out .... but it is a refuge that will only last for 2 - 3 days (at most).

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